LS1/LS2 Conversion

[fuzyfrog 0]

Any one done it in NZ/CHCH ?

I know the 1UZ swap has been done.

I need more power and this is looking a better option than an turbo on my 325

[CamB 48]

Really? They're kinda expensive by the time you factor in a gearbox.

I'm all for it, but then again its not my money or time. Its going to have the same issues to overcome as a 1UZ swap.

[*Glenn* 854]

I've seen it done on heaps of American & Aussie forums... nearly went down that track too before doing my car

[BM WORLD 1283]

turbo or super charger is probably better in the long run .

power to weight etc

[fuzyfrog 0]

LS1 weigh less than the M50.

I would love to turbo it but im struggling to find somewhere in CHCH who will do it.

I want 400HP give or take so im open to other options and ideas.

NO rotary's and I thought about a 2JZ but they are getting harder to source

[Greg111 13]

M50 supercharged, power all through the rev range, keep it at a low 5-7psi so no need to strengthen the motor and still get quite a bit of boogie.

[Palazzo 476]

1UZ with the Eaton Supercharger that was on TM a while back.

[fuzyfrog 0]

M50 supercharged, power all through the rev range, keep it at a low 5-7psi so no need to strengthen the motor and still get quite a bit of boogie.

If im going to go Supercharged so i try and get a AA kit or something else?

Im good with computers but im not mechanic

[BM WORLD 1283]

just be carfull you will spend a lot of money doing that type of conversion and the car will be worth less than what you put in if you use a non bmw engine .

why not sell it and buy a M3 then super charge it if you not happy with the power of it .

super charger kits are readily availible and easy to fit and pull off when you sell the car etc

[fuzyfrog 0]

I have thought about selling it and upgrading to an M3.

Shouldn't have a problem selling a Manual Coupe.

Just got a company car so I have alot of decisions to make on what to do with the bimmer.

[sp8s 1]

Google is your friend

"e36 v8 conversion"

"e36ls1"

etc

Build post

http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids/1125667-yet-another-bmw-e-36-lsx-conversion.html

[Guest Simon*]

Haha I have a potential cash buyer for your E36

You can PM me if serious about selling

[fuzyfrog 0]

Ive spent AGES on google.

Heaps on info on swaps but nothing in NZ.

Oh well seems i have some decisions to make.

And Simon.

I will PM you asap if i make my mind up

[E30-323ti 66]

Ive spent AGES on google.

Heaps on info on swaps but nothing in NZ.

Oh well seems i have some decisions to make.

And Simon.

I will PM you asap if i make my mind up

I'm guessing you found this in your travels: Vorshlag LSx Swap Parts

Might find the Headers & steering parts don't fit (LHD Vs RHD).

But at least the engine can be "bolted in" easily off the shelf, then it's a bit of plumbing & wiring.

One of the cheaper LS1's around

[fuzyfrog 0]

Yeah I had a good look at the Vorshlag site.

Have fired them an email in regards to what will not fit on the RHD car.